ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESIDENTIAL SERVICES (IDD)

WESTCHESTER ARC•Hawthorne, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Westchester, a leading non-profit social services agency in the Hudson Valley has a senior leadership opportunity available for an Assistant Executive Director for Residential Services. The Arc Westchester is a leading social services agency in Westchester County, serving more than 2,000 individuals with IDD (Intellectual Development Disabilities) with a broad range of innovative and effective programs and services designed to foster independence, productivity and participation in community life. Our agency offers a wide spectrum of residential opportunities, based upon the level of support and supervision required by an individual. Options range from highly staffed homes, supervised 24 hours per day, to supportive living situations, where staff may provide assistance from 15 to 20 hours per week. We are seeking for an Assistant Executive Director for Residential Services to join our team. The Assistant Executive Director for Residential Services is an integral member of the leadership team and responsible for the overall management and development of Residential Services. This position oversees the supervision and training of residential staff members, fiscal management, implementation of the organization’s policies and compliance to regulations and strategic planning consistent with The Arc Westchester’s mission, vision, and values. The expectation as a leader is to innovate and develop/implement/monitor best practices in Residential Services with the objective to build independence, personal goals and strengthen community participation for the people supported in Residential Services.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is required to have a Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related Human Services field.
At least five (5) years’ experience in residential service operations including oversight of critical operating budget, and in a significant leadership/management role.
Significant knowledge of relevant regulations, public policy, strategic planning and personnel management.
Understanding of funding streams and billing requirements and fiscal management skills.
Significant knowledge of the OPWDD system.
Significant knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities and the delivery of person- centered, habilitation and health care services to individuals of varying ages.
Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing.
Ability to actively supervise, mentor and train staff.
Ability to effectively prioritize, delegate and complete multiple assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and their families, as well as with other individuals and organizations in the community.
Ability to coordinate, lead and motivate project teams across the department.
Ability to do strategic planning and accomplish strategic priorities.
Understanding of funding streams and billing requirements and fiscal management skills.
Ability to solve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure the delivery of person centered residential and related services to ensure the rights, health, safety and personal outcomes of the people living in homes overseen by Residential Services are supported at all times.
In collaboration with the AED of Day Services and Director of Nursing establish performance standard and effective coordination of health and wellness services, day services programs based in and out of the organization for the people supported by Residential Services.
Participate in ongoing professional development for Direct Support Professionals at an organizational, state-wide and national level.
Work effectively with people supported, families, colleagues, supervisors, board members and committees and individuals and groups in the community and from government organizations.
Lead a culture of ongoing professional development for entire Residential Services and ensure all staff fulfill all training requirements.
Ensure that services are provided and documented as per regulations and agency policy and that waiver billing requirements are met.
Ensure compliance with OPWDD and federal regulations and agency policies.
Oversee residential staff hiring, as well as disciplinary and evaluation procedures.
Be on call for emergency situations 24 hours, 7 days a week as per residential Department Emergency Contact System.
Attend and participate professionally in supervision meetings, training sessions, conferences, retreats, task forces and committees.
Conduct regular and routine site visits to all residential locations and provide observations and feedback to management on condition/atmosphere of the homes.